Safety Intern - Field

Black & Veatch; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch invites you to join as a Summer Field Intern in Field Assignment, KS, gaining hands-on experience in safety, health, and infrastructure tasks across projects.

You will contribute to safety training, site inspections, and data management while learning from experienced engineers and safety professionals in a collaborative, employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; pursuing related degree preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential.
• Familiarity with basic safety guidelines and health standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducts employee safety and health training.
• Conducts routine site safety and health inspections.
• Implements project security program and procedures.
• Performs record keeping / filing functions.
• Enters safety and health data into word processing and spreadsheet programs.

Skills

Communication

First Aid

MS Office

Safety Standards

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date: Sep 4, 2026

Location:

Field Assignment, KS, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 116974

Opportunity Type : College Intern

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee‑owned company, employees share in the long‑term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

Job Summary

As a Summer Field Intern at Black & Veatch, you will play a meaningful role in addressing some of the world’s most critical infrastructure challenges. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, impactful projects that support our clients’ goals while fostering your professional growth and advancing the success of Black & Veatch.

Accountable for implementing and maintaining the company's Safety and Health Procedures, or may assist a Division Safety and Health Manager as needed. Performs routine, non‑complex tasks as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts employee safety and health training


• Conducts routine site safety and health inspections


• Implements project security program and procedures


• Performs Record keeping / filing functions


• Enters safety and health data into word processing and spreadsheet type programs


• Individual contributor with no subordinates

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, working towards a related degree. Safety related experience preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively


• Ability to perform first aid/medical functions


• Word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs


• Knowledge of safety and health standards and practices

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

First Aid, CPR, Safety and Health program administration, OSHA 10 hour

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.


• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.


• See and hear naturally or with correction.


• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.


• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.


• Requires repetitive movement.


• May require work above 5 feet in height.


• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.


• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment

• Typical construction site environment:


• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.


• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.


• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions


• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.


• Work around hazardous equipment.


• Typical office environment.


• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

097

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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company‑matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.

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